Project Support Officer

Description:

The Environment Agency is seeking a Project Support Officer to support the delivery of innovative projects including flood risk management studies and schemes that reduce flood risk and enhance the environment. The role involves supporting Project Managers and teams with administrative, logistical, and operational tasks to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Project Managers with project delivery and wider team administrative tasks

• Handle and process data, track finances, and set up project workspaces

• Organise meetings, take minutes, and prepare public newsletters and notice of entry letters

• Order site signage, run reports, and accompany Project Managers on site visits

• Develop interpersonal skills and professional relationships

• Apply legislation, policy, and guidance while communicating with diverse audiences

• Participate in incident response duties as required

• Grow professional expertise in project management with opportunities for personal career development

Skills, Knowledge & Understanding:
Essential:

• Proficiency in MS Office: Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines

• Accurate data management, report writing, and presentation skills

• Effective communication skills for a variety of audiences

• Strong organisational and planning skills

Desirable:

• Academic qualifications such as A-Levels in maths/statistics, geography, English, environmental studies, business studies, economics, or computer science

• Experience working in customer-facing roles

• Experience in formal project environments

• Knowledge of information sharing platforms such as SharePoint

Additional Information:

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

• Training and personal/professional development opportunities available

• This role does not qualify for UK sponsorship

• Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 20th October